The 2023 International Professionals for the Advancement of Chinese Earth Science (IPACES） Annual Meeting kicked off in Hefei with great enthusiasm, showcasing the commitment of the nonprofit organization towards fostering international cooperation, research, and education in the field of earth science. Held from 2nd to 6th July, the event saw the joint efforts of IPACES and the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC).

Esteemed figures in the realm of earth science, including scientists from both local and global backgrounds, came together for this significant gathering. Professor PEN Zhigang, the president of IPACES, and Professor YAO Huajian, the vice-president of USTC's graduate school, played pivotal roles as the hosts.

Group photo of attendees. (Image by USTC)

The meeting was centered around two main themes: planet science and solid earth geophysics, along with geochemistry and ecological environment. It featured four comprehensive guidance reports, along with 27 in-depth academic exchange reports. Additionally, the event showcased a total of 61 posters highlighting various research findings and contributions in these fields.

Academic presentations and exchanges. (Image from USTC)

Q&A session. (Image by USTC)

During the meeting, the participants engaged in profound discussions concerning the unresolved challenges, latest discoveries, and innovative research methods within the field of earth science. They shared their theories and achievements in diverse areas such as seismology, geodynamics, paleoenvironment, and other related subjects.

Poster display (Image by USTC)

Furthermore, the experts evaluated 50 posters created by students and recognized 18 of them with the prestigious "Posters of Excellence" award. The meeting concluded on a high note, garnering an impressive 18,000 online views, signifying its wide-reaching impact. The attendees exchanged ideas on cross disciplines development of earth science and global cooperation was promoted. IPACES reaffirms its dedication to fostering academic interchange and advancing the development of earth science in the future.

(Written by SHI Yutian, edited by QIU Rong, USTC News Center)